As we got up in the morning you could tell the group was excited as today was what we had come for, in a few short hours we’ll be sitting at Everest Base Camp.

Tony @ Trek to Basecamp

Leaving Lobuche we headed out on narrow tracks that are at times a few feet wide and several hundred metres above the ground. At other times we were trekking in wide valleys.

Trek to Base Camp

Then there was a sign that we were heading in the right direction.

Sign to Everest Base Camp

The vegetation at this time is sparse with the the trek into base camp becoming a challenge to rock hop amongst the many large rocks that form part of the trail.

Group Taking a Break

Although very limited there are some beautiful flowers that line the path to base camp,

Flowers Along the Path to BasecampFlowers Along the Path to Basecamp

As well as the flowers, some birds and other other animals find refuge and live in the mountains.

Horse By StreamLocal Birds

We finally reach the area of the base camp. We trek across the rocks towards the many many prayer flags that mark the spot. Celebrations and screams fill the air as the group reaches the spot that marks where base camp is. Some enjoy the moment a bit more then others.